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Dove Tree, Hankerchief Tree

Davidia Involucrata

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Overview

Davidia involucrata, commonly known as Dove or Handkerchief Tree, is a deciduous ornamental tree, renowned for its unique white bracts resembling handkerchiefs or fluttering doves. It typically reaches heights of 20-40 feet with a similar spread. Ideal in USDA zones 6-8, it thrives in moist, well-drained soil, preferring partial to full sun. Its spring bloom offers a spectacular display. It is slow-growing, adding an exotic touch to temperate landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 6–8Climate Temperate
Dove Tree, Hankerchief Tree (Davidia Involucrata) — commonly known as Dove or Handkerchief Tree

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones
6–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Nyssaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Photos (83)

Dove Tree, Hankerchief Tree (Davidia Involucrata) — the Dove Tree prefers well-drained; providing additional seasonal interest, image 74
Dove Tree, Hankerchief Tree (Davidia Involucrata) — creating a visually dramatic effect.<br><br>For optimal growth, image 73
Dove Tree, Hankerchief Tree (Davidia Involucrata) — inconspicuous purple to reddish clusters of flowers; commonly known as the Dove Tree or, image 72
Dove Tree, Hankerchief Tree (Davidia Involucrata) — It is hardy in USDA Hardiness Zones 6 through 8.<br><br>The tree's ovate to heart-shaped leaves, image 77
Dove Tree, Hankerchief Tree (Davidia Involucrata) — which can be up to 6 to 8 inches long; commonly known as Dove or Handkerchief Tree, image 71
Dove Tree, Hankerchief Tree (Davidia Involucrata) — often taking several years to bloom; white flowers in the garden, image 83
Dove Tree, Hankerchief Tree (Davidia Involucrata) — the Dove Tree is an investment in the landscape; as large as 4 to 6 inches, image 82
Dove Tree, Hankerchief Tree (Davidia Involucrata) — as large as 4 to 6 inches; turn to a pale yellow or brownish color in fall, image 78
Dove Tree, Hankerchief Tree (Davidia Involucrata) — turn to a pale yellow or brownish color in fall; tree with white blooms, image 79
Dove Tree, Hankerchief Tree (Davidia Involucrata) — providing additional seasonal interest; its spring bloom offers a spectacular display, image 80
Dove Tree, Hankerchief Tree (Davidia Involucrata) — Being relatively slow-growing; which can be up to 6 to 8 inches long, image 81

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